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Friday, December 14, 2012

There's nothing better than a comfy outfit on a cold day. Try pairing an oversized sweater with a great pair of boots and you're ready to go! I've had this Free People crochet top for a couple years now, and I just can't get enough of it.

Thursday, December 13, 2012

Some nights you get home from work late, you need to get to the gym and you still haven't spent that precious time on bloglovin, so you need a quick dinner! Dinner in a "pocket" is my go-to. Paired with vegetable and starch, you can make it look like you've been slaving in the kitchen all night.

Directions:
Place pita bread in oven at warm setting. In a non-stick skillet heat olive oil at medium high heat. Cook seasoned steak for 3 minutes on each side or to desired temperature. Remove pita from oven; each in half. Stuff each pocket with steak, lettuce, tomato and feta. That's it...no really!

Wednesday, December 12, 2012

I have to admit, I have an obsession with polka dots. When I saw this polka dotted sweater dress in the window of a local boutique, I ran right in. The sparkled buttons on the sleeves definitely sealed the deal for me.

Tuesday, December 11, 2012

I'm not a huge fan of shrimp, but when I found this recipe I thought I'd give it a shot for my slightly-asian boyfriend. It makes a great appetizer for an asian meal, or even a good addition to that grocery store sushi you might bring home every once and a while.

Monday, December 10, 2012

There's nothing I love more than a bright pair of pants to add a little pop of color to your wardrobe. For months I've been stalking the aisles of TJ Maxx trying to find the perfect pair. I was a little apprehensive at first (a girl with curves needs to be careful with this type of thing), but I finally found them. At $45, these garnet Paige jeans are a steal--that's less than a quarter of the original price! They also just happen to be bright enough for the holidays, yet dark enough that even a girl with curves can pull them off.

Wednesday, December 5, 2012

I know, I know...brussels sprouts? The vegetable we all come out of the womb hating. My mother's Greek kitchen however never produced this delicacy, so I never had an opinion. A few months ago my boyfriend's mom brilliantly roasted these tiny little cabbages, and after some hesitation, I took my first bite and fell in love! To cut cooking time, I decided to try throwing them in with my roasted potatoes. Now, it's my favorite side, and I've served it with everything from salmon to beef. You have to give them a chance! You won't be disappointed.

How to:
Wash brussels sprouts and cut ends off. Wash potatoes and cut each in half. Combine in a medium baking dish. Mix vegetables with olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, garlic pepper and salt. Add water into the side of the backing dish so that it doesn't wash off seasoning. Bake in oven at 450º for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes can be easily pierced with fork.

Monday, December 3, 2012

It's finally here. The blog I should have started at least 5 years ago. But, better late than never, right?

I'm excited to have a place to express two of my greatest passions/dilemmas in life... What to wear? and What's for dinner? From my ever-growing closet to my "tests" in the kitchen, I hope this gives you a little glimpse into the life of a southern girl just trying to eat and look good while doing it.